P1racenews AI automatic summary:
Pedro Acosta “was missing one lap” in his MotoGP Sprint victory battle with Alex Marquez at Catalunya on Saturday.
Pedro Acosta narrowly missed out on victory in the closest finish in MotoGP Sprint history at Catalunya, finishing just 0.041s behind Alex Marquez.
Initially leading from pole, Acosta fell behind Marquez and Raul Fernandez before regaining strength towards the end.
Acosta expressed satisfaction with the team’s performance and the points gained, highlighting improvements compared to the previous year.
His strong finish in the Sprint race boosts his confidence for the upcoming grand prix, where he expects to perform well despite typical challenges.
Acosta’s result propels him ahead of di Giannantonio in the MotoGP standings, setting the stage for an exciting race at the 2026 Catalan MotoGP.
